Ned Christie: The Man from Wauhillau

Ned Christie: The Man from Wauhillau

The Cherokee people know Ned Christie as a patriot who stood up for tribal sovereignty in the last decades before the allotment of Cherokee lands. Since the late 1800s, others – often non-Cherokees – have told stories of a reckless Indian outlaw who murdered a deputy U.S. Marshal and spread fear far and wide. Using recent scholarship, a new exhibit looks at Christie’s life and finds a more nuanced portrait of a man who served his Nation and ultimately met a violent end at the hands of his accusers.

Troy Jackson: Mercy Is in the Details

More than two dozen pieces by Cherokee National Treasure Troy Jackson showcase his stunning range of artistry and deep reverence for Cherokee culture.

Cherokee Artisan Marketplace

Cherokee artisans offer original, handmade works available to purchase in downtown Tahlequah at the 73rd annual Cherokee National Holiday.

Traditional Games

Centuries of tradition are coming to play. Learn a traditional Cherokee game! On Friday, June 6, our teams at the Cherokee National History Museum, Saline Courthouse Museum and Sequoyah’s Cabin Museum will show you how to play games that Cherokees have enjoyed from time immemorial. Live demonstrations will take place on each museum’s grounds from […]

Watercress Fest

Enjoy a day filled with Cherokee culture at Watercress Fest, featuring live music, demonstrations, a pop-up market and Native food.

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